【Near Mint】Nikon Micro-NIKKOR-P Auto 55mm f/3.5 Non-Ai Macro Lens Japan #E0471

【Near Mint】Nikon Micro-NIKKOR-P Auto 55mm f/3.5 Non-Ai Macro Lens Japan #E0471

$69.56
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【Near Mint】Nikon Micro-NIKKOR-P Auto 55mm f/3.5 Non-Ai Macro Lens Japan #E0471
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【Near Mint】Nikon Micro-NIKKOR-P Auto 55mm f/3.5 Non-Ai Macro Lens Japan #E0471

$69.56
       Peekaboo Japan
Specialty Store for Used Manual Focus Lenses from Japan
Nikon Micro-NIKKOR-P Auto 55mm f/3.5 Non-Ai Macro Lens Japan #E0471
About This Item
Carefully inspected used manual focus lens from Japan.
We specialize in pre-owned cameras and lenses and inspect each item carefully before listing and before shipment.
Appearance
Please note: there are some signs of wear on the exterior.
This is a used manual focus lens. It shows light signs of normal use such as minor scratches, scuffs, or small paint wear.Please carefully check the photos for the exact condition of the item.
Condition
The lens has been tested and confirmed to work properly.
  • Focus ring works smoothly
  • Aperture ring clicks properly
  • Aperture blades move smoothly
Please note that this is a used manual focus lens, so minor signs of age or use may be present.
Normal mechanical feel is expected for a pre-owned vintage lens.
Optical System
  • Light cleaning marks on the rear element. They have little to no effect on photos.
  • No fungus
  • No haze or fog
  • No scratches
  • No balsam separation
Please carefully check the photos for the exact condition of the optics.
Included Items
Lens Only.

Everything shown in the photos is included in the package.
Detailed Specifications
  • Brand: Nikon
  • Model: Micro-NIKKOR-P Auto 55mm f/3.5
  • Lens Type: Manual Focus Macro Prime Lens
  • Lens Mount: Nikon F (Non-Ai)
  • Compatible Cameras: Nikon F, F2, Nikkormat and other non-Ai-compatible Nikon bodies; mirrorless via adapter
  • Format: 35mm Full Frame
  • Focal Length: 55mm
  • Maximum Aperture: f/3.5
  • Minimum Aperture: f/32
  • Lens Construction: 5 Elements in 4 Groups
  • Angle of View: 43°
  • Minimum Focusing Distance: 0.241 m
  • Maximum Magnification: 1:2 (0.5x); 1:1 with extension tube
  • Focus Type: Manual Focus (helicoid)
  • Aperture Coupling: Non-Ai (meter coupling prong)
  • Filter Size: 52mm
  • Mirrorless Use: Fully usable via Nikon F adapter
  • Made in: Japan
Professional Camera Store's Recommendation

The Nikon Micro-NIKKOR-P Auto 55mm f/3.5 is a classic macro lens from Nikon's early F-mount era. Micro-Nikkor lenses earned a legendary reputation for sharpness and flat-field accuracy, and this model laid the foundation for that reputation.

Optically, it is designed to render fine detail with minimal distortion, making it superb for close-up subjects, copy work, and documentation. It is also exceptionally sharp at normal shooting distances.

The lens features an all-metal barrel with a long, smooth focusing helicoid for precise adjustment. Its deeply recessed front element acts as a natural lens hood, helping preserve contrast.

Without accessories it focuses to half life-size (1:2), and with an appropriate extension tube it can reach 1:1. The "P" designation indicates its five-element optical formula in Nikon's classic naming system.

This lens is ideal for flowers, insects, product photography, coins and stamps, documents, and digitizing film. It also serves as a fine standard lens for everyday photography.

As a non-Ai lens, it is best suited to Nikon F, F2, Nikkormat FTn and similar bodies, or cameras with a folding Ai tab. It adapts easily to Sony E, Fujifilm X, Nikon Z, Canon RF and Micro Four Thirds mirrorless cameras, where focus peaking makes macro focusing simple.

Today the Micro-Nikkor-P remains highly valued for its outstanding optical precision and its historic place in Nikon's lens lineup, all at an accessible price.

We recommend it to macro enthusiasts, film digitizers and vintage Nikon fans seeking an exceptionally sharp close-up lens.

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